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Students told to stand for 'African-American national anthem'

Song played over loudspeaker during morning observances

Published: 12/07/2012 at 8:56 AM

(DAILY MAIL) CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Capital High School is changing its policy so students will no longer be required to stand for the playing of the national anthem, pledge or anything else played over the loudspeaker during morning observances.

Principal Clinton Giles revised the policy Wednesday following an investigation by Mark Milam, assistant superintendent for Kanawha County high schools, and a conversation with Superintendent Ron Duerring.

Giles said he was “completely and totally exonerated” following the investigation, but the school is adding the words “or sit” to its policy regarding student participation during the Pledge of Allegiance.